Xplorio Community

20/10/2026

If you're looking for assisted living in Gansbaai, Mattanja Home for the Elderly offers a caring, supportive environment where residents can enjoy their later years with dignity and peace of mind.

With 24-hour caregivers, professional nursing support, and personalised care packages, families know their loved ones are always well looked after.

💙 Now’s your chance to leave this wonderful team of carers a message of thanks for everything they do for our elders. https://bit.ly/3U9LpHj

14/10/2026

Grootbos was founded on a love of togetherness and the joy of sharing time in nature.

It is a place where family holidays can slow things down and make room for what matters most: being together and creating happy memories.

Because the best family holidays are often the ones the kids never stop talking about.

💙 What is the best holiday you went on when you were a child? Tell us about it in the comments.

Gansbaai › Luxury Accommodation › Nestled in an ancient Milkwood forest surrounded by rolling hills of fynbos and majestic mountains, the accommodation and lodges at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offer a complete immersion into the natural surroundings.

13/10/2026

Find out what’s happening in neighbouring towns by subscribing to Gans-Berg Nuus / News.

By supporting local newspapers, you stay connected to the people, places, businesses, events and stories that make the Overberg what it is.

Let’s support the stories that belong to our community.

Find out how to subscribe to the paper on Xplorio.

Gans-Berg Nuus News › Newspaper in the Overberg › Gans-Berg Nuus is a weekly bilingual community newspaper serving Gansbaai and the surrounding Overstrand areas

10/10/2026

Some shops sell clothes. Others are boutiques that become part of a town’s story.

When Lidy-Anne van Rensburg opened Sidewalk in Hermanus in 1984, she had a simple vision. She wanted to create a boutique for women who appreciate beautiful, well-made fashion and timeless style.

More than 40 years later, that vision is still the essence that keeps Sidewalk going strong.

💙 Take a drive to Hermanus and see what Sidewalk on Main Road has to offer. You’ll be happy you did!

Hermanus › Clothes & Accessories › Sidewalk was established to provide a unique fashion experience for all and is one of the longest-running boutiques in Hermanus. This boutique is known for its collection of classic garments, quality footwear and unique accessories making Sidewalk a favourit...

08/10/2026

Heading to Betty’s Bay? Make a little outing of it and stop at The Garden Restaurant at Harold Porter National Botanical Garden.

Whether you’re in the mood for a leisurely breakfast, a relaxed lunch or simply a coffee and something tasty after exploring the gardens, it’s a lovely spot to take a break and enjoy the setting.

And the best part? They’re open seven days a week, including public holidays.

💙 Have you visited the garden’s restaurant lately? If you have, what do you love most about the place?

The Garden Restaurant › Restaurant at the Betty's Bay Botanical Gardens › The Garden Restaurant is set in a stunning natural environment, with indoor and outdoor seating, making it the perfect spot for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a light snack.

06/10/2026

This stunning, sun-kissed beach at De Hoop Nature Reserve is one of those places where you can easily lose track of time.

Take a picnic, find a spot on the sand, plant your umbrella, then spend the day swimming in the sheltered cove, soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the quiet. No busy beachfront, no crowds, just a beautiful piece of De Hoop to enjoy at your own pace.

Explore accommodation at De Hoop Collection on Xplorio, see what other activities are on offer and book your summer stay. You deserve it!

💙 Tag a friend who would enjoy a holiday at De Hoop.

Bredasdorp › Nature Reserve › Luxury Self Catering Accommodation › Few other reserves offer as complete an outdoor experience as De Hoop – sea, sand dunes, the vlei, a floral sensation of rare fynbos plants, diverse antelope and the Potberg Mountains.

04/10/2026

D&J Tours takes the stress out of getting to the airport or bus station.

Early morning departure? Late-night arrival? Delayed flight? No problem. With D&J Tours handling your airport and bus station transfers, you can leave the driving, timing and parking hassles behind.

No need to ask family or friends to get up at the crack of dawn. No rushing through traffic. No worrying about finding parking. And if your flight or bus is delayed, you can relax knowing a friendly driver will be there when you arrive.

D&J Tours operates throughout the Overberg, Cape Peninsula and beyond.

💙 Have you had a great experience with D&J Tours? If you have, let others know by leaving your feedback in the comments below.

Gansbaai › Shuttles & Transport in the Overberg › D&J Tours offers taxi services in-and-around Gansbaai, throughout the Overberg and further afield to the Cape Peninsula. Trips to the airport are also available.

02/10/2026

At Kapula Candles, the hands behind every handmade candle are at the heart of the story.

By staying true to traditional, handcrafted processes, Kapula has created a way of working that provides meaningful, sustainable employment in a small farming community where job opportunities can be scarce.

More than 90% of the team are women, and remarkably, half of them have been part of Kapula since the very beginning.

That says something special about what happens when a business grows with its community.

💙 Let’s celebrate Kapula for not only creating beautiful products, but for creating skills, livelihoods, and opportunities that will last for generations.

Kapula Candles › Candles, Home Decor, Art and more in Bredasdorp › From customised candle designs made by a passionate team using quality wax and fragrances, Kapula Candles is a household name. A selected range of Kapula ceramics, home décor, art, purses, jewellery, fragrance accessories and...

30/09/2026

Nothing beats sharing a generous seafood platter with someone special.

Take a scenic drive to On the Edge Restaurant at Stony Point Nature Reserve in Betty’s Bay and tuck into a feast of fresh seafood while enjoying spectacular ocean views. It’s the perfect setting for a leisurely lunch, a special date, or a memorable meal with family and friends.

💙 Who would you share a seafood platter with? Tag them below!

Betty's Bay › Restaurants › On The Edge Restaurant is a delightful non-profit breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant situated right next to the Stony Point Nature Reserve in Betty’s Bay. This restaurant specializes in seafood cuisines like fresh fish, prawns and mussels, but also serves hea...